Broad & Cassel

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White Collar Criminal and Civil Fraud Defense

Federal and state government agencies devote substantial resources to investigating and prosecuting allegations of criminal wrongdoing by corporations and individuals. In the past, many of these matters were handled in the civil courts. The government often makes no meaningful distinction between criminal conduct and the violation of Federal regulations, and there is a trend toward “criminalizing” suspect business actions, especially in the health care and financial industries. This trend presents complex issues of tremendous concern to companies and management.

“Whistle-blower” laws often serve as a financial incentive to employees and competitors to accuse management of wrongdoing. This increased scrutiny makes businesses and their employees vulnerable to unfounded allegations, which can have a serious, long-term impact on the reputation and financial security of organizations.

Institutions and individuals confronting all phases of criminal, civil, and even administrative fraud matters – from investigation through trial and on appeal – consistently turn to our White Collar Criminal and Civil Fraud Defense attorneys.

Major Qualifications

Clients benefit from our extensive experience in investigative matters and jury, non-jury and appeal trial experience through out Florida and the United States. We have represented clients before:
* Federal and state grand juries
* Criminal, civil and administrative agency investigations and prosecutions
* Quasi-criminal enforcement proceedings
* Jury trials
* Related complex civil litigation

Our attorneys have a sophisticated understanding of how government investigators work at every level as well as our clients’ operations and workforce.

We believe in litigation prevention. With experience and proven success in the informal resolution of investigations, without formal criminal or civil fraud enforcement action, we also have unsurpassed experience in dealing with fraud matters in its many forms (criminal, civil and administrative) and with all its collateral consequences, such as Federal and state sanctions and disciplinary matters and government debarment and exclusions and contractual relationships.

We also offer clients the tools they need to proactively avoid criminal and civil exposure and protect their businesses, property, and liberty.

Areas of Law

Our attorneys have extensive experience representing those accused of:
* Bank fraud
* Bankruptcy fraud
* Bribery/kickbacks
* Criminal and civil forfeitures
* Criminal and civil RICO
* Embezzlement/theft
* General insurance fraud
* Government procurement and contract fraud
* Mail and wire fraud
* Medicare, Medicaid and health insurance fraud
* Money laundering
* Obstruction of justice
* Perjury
* Pharmaceutical fraud
* Securities fraud
* Tax fraud

When it comes to the representation of corporations or individuals faced with a white-collar criminal or civil defense matter, Broad and Cassel offers the experience, talent, and sophistication that few law firms in Florida can match.

Broad & Cassel
390 N Orange Ave #1400
Orlando FL 32801
Tel: 407 839-4200
Fax: 407 425-8377
E-mail: info@broadandcassel.com

Broad and Cassel offers full-service legal representation for individuals, public entities and private enterprises — from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. Founded in 1946, we have office locations throughout the state to serve your legal needs. Our lawyers know Florida's economy, its history, and its business and political leaders. Over the years, we have developed a keen understanding of how government works at the local, regional, state and federal levels.

In many areas, we have been largely responsible for drafting and shaping the law. Our knowledge and expertise, combined with our focus on excellent client service, has made Broad and Cassel one of Florida’s leading law firms.

OUR APPROACH

At Broad and Cassel, our attorneys strive to serve as trusted advisors to clients throughout the United States and abroad. We form lasting relationships: every client in our Firm is a peer, partner and friend. We make it our mission to understand your business, because we care about your success. We tailor our approach individually to your needs, keeping everything in mind — from the smallest details, including your interests and your issues, to the bigger picture — the nation’s economy and its ever-changing statutes and laws.

OUR PLEDGE TO YOU

Cost-Effective Counsel Results, responsiveness and value. At Broad and Cassel, we are committed to providing you with the most cost-effective legal counsel. We have the expertise to address a diverse range of issues. We also use paralegals wherever appropriate to minimize the legal expenses for our clients. This combined approach keeps costs down for our clients.

Broad and Cassel works with a diverse array of clients and we are thus familiar with the unique issues and challenges they face. We help our clients create and enhance the value of their business and explore opportunities for development and growth. We are sensitive to fees and costs and approach each matter with an eye toward achieving the objective.

Our attorneys are dedicated to understanding our clients’ business goals and objectives and the industries in which they compete. This extraordinary level of knowledge enables us to bring added value to our clients.

EXPERIENCE THAT COUNTS

Our firm is comprised of practice groups, or teams of lawyers focused on specific industries and areas of law. In so doing, we become so much more than competent legal technicians. We strive to be counselors, advisors, and problem solvers to our clients. As a result, our attorneys are continually recognized and honored for their outstanding achievements in providing sophisticated legal services.